Iran's crypto toll system in the Strait of Hormuz could reshape global trade dynamics, challenge sanctions, and influence crypto regulations.
SpaceX's potential $2T IPO and Bitcoin holdings could reshape market dynamics, highlighting the growing intersection of tech and finance.
May 18, 2026, 7:06 amScreenshots of a website called “Hormuz Safe” have been circulating on social media, which offers “digital insurance” for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
May 18, 2026, 6:53 am
Iran has launched a new maritime insurance platform for cargo moving through the Strait of Hormuz, with payments settled in Bitcoin, according to a report from Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency.
Upbit's TRAC listing enhances global trading efficiency, potentially boosting liquidity and investor interest in decentralized data solutions.
Some analysts argue that a comparatively broadened, institutionalized buyer base for crypto today may prevent a repeat of the drawdowns seen in May 2018 and May 2022.
Investors are concerned that high oil prices could fuel inflation to the point where the Fed may raise interest rates, analysts say.
Bitcoin dropped under $77,000 and traded at $76,901 after a brutal one-hour wipeout hit the crypto market. About $600 million in positions were liquidated in 60 minutes, forcing leveraged traders out fast while the broader market turned red, according to data from Coinglass. The pain was clear in U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs.
President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran on Sunday, telling the country its time is running out as U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks stall and oil futures hold above $100 per barrel.
The sharp Bitcoin drop highlights the risks of leveraged trading, emphasizing the need for cautious market strategies amid volatile conditions.
Robert Kiyosaki renewed his bitcoin bull case, tying BTC ownership to inflation protection, hard assets, and long-term wealth planning. The Rich Dad Poor Dad author cited oil prices, national debt, and currency weakness while urging investors to consider real assets.
According to a recent on-chain study, the Bitcoin market has entered another crucial phase, driven by a growing divergence between retail and whale activity.
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